1-22-08 another beautiful sea day

1-22-08 HELLO everyone…
A new day and what a beautiful day it was. This morning started out an early morning sunrise…couldn’t resist taking some pics. How beautiful it was to arise in such a colorful way. (see the pic at:

http://otooleworldcruise2008.shutterfly.com (type into browser to access!)

(password: CRYSTALS)

Pat and I had a nice breakfast in the dining room…then on to this morning’s lecture.
First we heard from Richard kahn, the past president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences…re: the upcoming Oscars. Very informative insider view of MOVIE personalities, and the way the Oscars work. He showed many old tv clips from past Oscar shows and answered many questions of those who were “just wondering…”.
The, later on this morning we had another lecturer. Some of you may remember a lady by the name of Nancy Dussault??? She starred in A Sound of Music (after Mary Martin), and Many Broadway shows, as well as co-hosting ABC’S Good Morning America…and so on. Anyway, she spoke about her life and the lives of other famous personalities during her talk this morning. She sang her famous signature songs and really was quite delightful.
They hosted a wonderful art show in the main Crstal cove…(see the pictures on shutterfly).
We also had a lecture from our “resident” astronomer: Dr. Norman R Caisse…”Navigating the skier: the Northern Sky”…Taking a look at the stars and planets we will see on deck en route to Tahiti. This was only this morning.
This afternoon, while pat read…I watched the Movie RENDITION…wow…….what a movie. Way too real for me…but well acted.
Tonight, we ate at the Japanese restaurant: Silk Road…REALLY fabulous food…not too much and exquisitely prepared. Very Japanese ! I celebrated by wearing my silk Kimono, and my efforts were appreciated by several staff and fellow cruisers. I love to “get into the spirit”. Afterwards, we were serenaded by a four man (very cute men)…accpella group, FULL SAIL…just before another show by Dale Kristien…who was Christine in Phantom of the Opera w Michael Crawford for six years. What a voice. I WOULD LOVE just one day with that voice !
This was a truly wonderful day...
So many things here on board to do…and that only covers about 25% of what is available…! We met more of our fellow cruisers and the “family” is growing. Lots of fun seeing others around the ship.
I am left with the wonderment of the intellect and such talent of so many, many people who have been brought here to entertain us. It is truly wonderful to see enthusiasm and expertise among so many young people (as well as some entertainers who are more our age).
Happily, I continue to feel well……..no pain from my exposed tooth…and Cheryl’s mother is being soooo very helpful in having gotten me an app’t with her dentist in Honolulu, soon after we arrive. Soooooo, hopefully, the problem can be solved there. Thank you, Carol !
Tomorrow is our last sea day for awhile, yet, Pat and I have enjoyed each one emensely. He has read three books so far…and we both are feeling settled into our new “home away from home”. Writing to you helps me to feel ‘connected” and the emails I have already gotten from many of you have been oh! So welcome…thanks.
This is all for a few days…will write after we have visited Honolulu and Maui…and there is much more news to share.
Right now, our thoughts and prayers are with David and Anna Clark…especially as David is trying to recover from a stroke…! Linda, we hear you haven’t been feeling well of late…hope that has past and you now are so much better.
Any of you who have had to fly lately, and had flights cancelled due to snow, we hear about it, and hope that the situation will be rectified soon…so that you can continue with your business/personal lives uninterrupted !
Tonight is mod rough seas, however, as we have a mid ship cabin, we are not bothered…the swaying is sorting lulling us to sleep…so I shall go to bed now.
Be well everyone and remember to check the shutterfly link (above) often for new pictures as they shall appear.

Love from us both,
Nancy